Friday, March 11, 2016

Fresh Strawberry Mini Cupcakes

Celebrate spring with these fresh strawberry mini cupcakes. Made with whole wheat pastry flour with fresh and baked strawberries. These pack so much flavor, they are sure to be a hit.

There is nothing like the first strawberries of the season. They are tiny, sweet and bursting with flavor. Really they are just like candy, nature’s candy to be exact. In fact they are so good by themselves it’s was kind of hard to think about baking them for this recipe. But I’m glad I did, these little gems of goodness have so much flavor.

In this recipe part of the berries were chopped and folded in the batter. This gave that beautiful speckled look and moist texture inside the muffin. The rest of the berries were pureed and combined with powdered sugar for the glaze. The topping had such a powerful punch of flavor. These are just the perfect size for snacking, though you might find yourself going back for another and another.

Watch out this little beauties could easily steal the show, I know they have won my heart.

Pulse strawberries in food processor until just chopped. Set aside ½ cup of the chopped fruit and then puree rest of berries until smooth. Scoop out and set aside in a separate medium-sized bowl. (This is for the glaze topping)

In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, sugar, yogurt, oil and egg. In another medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Combine with wet mixture. Gently fold the chopped strawberries into the batter. Spoon into muffin cups.

Bake until golden brown and each cupcake springs back in the middle when touched, about 11 to 13 minutes. Let cool a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

To make the glaze, sift powdered sugar, then combine with reserved pureed strawberries. Spoon glaze over cupcakes. Enjoy!

Cheri Savory Spoon

Mysavoryspoon was first started in 2010 as a way to journal recipes that I had collected from cookbooks, magazines, family and friends. Most everything was savory, using legumes and whole grains. Along the way I discovered a love for baking. Now a couple times a month you might see some type of sweet pie or treat.

I was planning on baking a cake for a tea party with friends this week, Cheri....But after seeing your recipe with the berry speckled cupcakes and the amazing strawberry glaze, I may be changing my mind! =)

Am about to go to the market but was told we probably wouldn't have strawberries today because of California's weather. Maybe there will be a miracle, and they will show up! These cupcakes are perfect for a party we are going to tonight! Will report back, David

Now here's a recipe I can really wrap my arms around, Cheri. All the goodness of strawberries minus the eggs and butter (which I'm suppose to avoid:) I'll be saving this one for sure Cheri...Come on Strawberry season!!!

Strawberry season is a wonderful time of year! I can't wait to see locally grown strawberries at the farmers' markets but we will have to wait for a couple of months yet at least. These cupcakes sound delicious, Cheri!